HSHS St. Anthony's Hospital hosting "Walk With a Doc"

EFFINGHAM - HSHS St. Anthony's Hospital officials say they will host their "Walk With a Doc" walking program on July 18.

Officials say the program will be held at the Effingham Performance Center at 9:00 a.m. In case of inclement weather, the program will be held at the Village Square Mall. During this event, participants will be able to walk alongside Louis Schwing, MD, Hospitalist, and other health care professionals as they answer the walkers' questions. Additionally, a doctor will be available to interact with walkers for individuals who are not able to walk on the TREC Trail.

Officials say they expect to hold these walks monthly on the third Saturday of each month. Participation in this event is free and open to the public. For more information about the "Walk With a Doc" program, visit walkwithadoc.org.